Children's reasoning about fantasy and reality; superstitious and pseudoscientific beliefs.

This project is ongoing.

We study children's understanding of the fantasy/reality distinction, their use of supernatural explanations, and their beliefs in superstition and pseudoscience.

Project Website
https://woolleylab.la.utexas.edu/
Qualifications

We need reliable, motivated, hard working students who enjoy interacting with children ages 4 - 12. Previous experience working with children is important.

Project Timeline

Ongoing. Two-semester commitment required.

Duties

Testing children in a 1 on 1 setting, calling parents to schedule appointments, attending and participating in weekly lab meeting with professor and graduate students, coding and entering data, stimulus preparation, attending recruitment fairs and festivals.

Typical Time Commitment
10 hours/week
Desired Length of Commitment
at least 2 semesters
Tags
developmental psychology
imagination
child development
fantasy
children
superstition
pseudoscience
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Project Lead
Who to Contact
Emily Myers
Contact Email
emilymmyers@utexas.edu

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